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Opel Corsa C (facelift 2003) 1.3 CDTi (70 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Opel Corsa:
The Opel Corsa is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Opel since 1982. The car is known as the Vauxhall Corsa in the United Kingdom. Before General Motors sold Opel and Vauxhall to PSA Group in 2017, the Corsa was also rebadged under the Chevrolet, Holden and Buick brands.
The Corsa was once the best-selling car in the world in 1998, recording 910,839 sales. At that time, the Corsa assembled on four continents, marketed under five different marques and offered in five body styles. By 2007, over 18 million Corsas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)
C (facelift 2003) Overview:
Opel Corsa (C (facelift 2003)). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 CDTi (70 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is sluggish due to the low power and automatic gearbox, best suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, making it a very economical choice for city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- • Practical interior with decent boot space for its class
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Generally nimble handling
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines (1.0L) can feel underpowered outside the city
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap in lower trims
- • Known issues with power steering columns and timing chains on some engines
- • Ride can be firm on rougher roads
- • Rear legroom is limited for adults
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F (facelift 2023): January, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | C (facelift 2003) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 CDTi (70 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2003 |
| End of production: | June, 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.1 Hp/l [222mm less] |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z13DT More details about the engine Z13DT |
| Engine displacement: | 1248 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 69.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.8 kg/Hp, 67.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1035 |
| Max. weight: | 1520 |
| Max load: | 485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1060 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3839 mm mm [222mm less] |
| Width: | 1646 mm mm [119mm less] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2491 mm mm [47mm less] |
| Front track: | 1429 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J X 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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